Do you pass up ice cream or avoid coffee due to sensitive teeth? While tooth sensitivity is a common dental concern and not always serious, it should never be ignored completely. Dental sensitivity refers to the wincing pain that occurs when your teeth come in contact with extreme temperatures. In some cases, patients experience sensitivity… Continue reading
We all need sleep. In fact, nearly every system in our body relies on proper amounts of rest in order to function. When our sleep is lacking or consistently disrupted, it can produce serious daytime symptoms that impact your overall health and quality of life. If you have a bed partner, your sleep habits can… Continue reading
Accessible Service for All Our Patients in Baton Rouge Our team at Southern Oaks Family Dental Care in Baton Rouge has moved to a new location on Airline Highway. This convenient setting at the major intersection of Florida and Airline provides accessibility to a wide range of patients. Our goal is to exceed every patient’s… Continue reading
With a root canal, a dentist or endodontist can eliminate pain and save the patient’s permanent tooth; Two great accomplishments. Although dental professionals do everything they can before resorting to this procedure, patients typically handle it quite well. A root canal has a high rate of success for the millions of people who have it… Continue reading
Thinking you would like to have a smile makeover? Great! New advances in dental technologies now allow for a number of cosmetic treatments that can improve the way you look when you smile. Your smile makeover may only include one makeover option or it may include three or more, it is simply up to you.… Continue reading
A general dentist is the right person to go to for routine dentist appointments, which should always include a fluoride treatment. Although there are a few different kinds of dentists, a general one can provide you with regular cleanings and exams. These are important to have because they ensure that your mouth stays free of… Continue reading
Root canal therapy, otherwise referred to as endodontic therapy, is a procedure performed to remove infected pulp found inside of the tooth and replace it with a healthy, clean alternative to relieve pressure and pain felt due to the infection. While it is a simple procedure for most dentists to perform, it can be difficult… Continue reading
You can trust our Baton Rouge dentist when they say that the teeth are one of the most important parts of the body. Your teeth are responsible for chewing and grinding up your food, keeping your facial structure and giving you a beautiful smile! Most people might know how many teeth they have or how… Continue reading
Dental veneers are a great way to deal with a number of dental problems. A veneer is a tooth-like, thin shell that covers the front of a tooth. It looks just like a real tooth, and it hides any flaws on the front of the tooth behind it. Getting veneers often requires multiple visits to… Continue reading
The American Dental Association recommends that people visit their dentist twice yearly for oral exams, cleaning, and x-rays. The dental visits offer patients a chance to ask questions about their oral health or any concerns they have about pending dental procedures. When preparing for such appointments, it is better to make a list of the… Continue reading
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